“This Is What I Hate”: Asked for 1-Word Answer, Charles Barkley Delivers Short Monologue on Crucial Pillar of NBA

Published 10/28/2023, 11:39 AM EDT

What is the most challenging role in the NBA? Charles Barkley expressed his perspective on this matter in a recent conversation with Chris Wallace. His candid nature shone through during the interview, offering intriguing insights into his upcoming projects and more. What do you think is the most challenging job, according to the legend who once dominated the league?

Becoming an NBA referee is not a common path for former players. The Philadelphia 76ers legend may have provided a clear answer to this question.

Charles Barkley describes the job of officiating

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Upon retiring, Sir Charles transitioned into the role of an NBA analyst, becoming a key figure at TNT. His reputation as a reliable source for unfiltered league insights is well-established. In a recent discussion with Chris Wallace, he provided captivating perspectives on various topics. When posed with the challenge of describing the officiating role in a single word, the 11-time NBA All-Star attempted to articulate the complexities, stating, “Tough, it’s tough this is what I hate.”

Surely enough, officiating is not an easy job. The intricacies of basketball make the role of an NBA referee exceptionally challenging. With a multitude of rules, nuanced interpretations, and the need for split-second decisions, it’s widely regarded as one of the toughest jobs in the sport.

The question regarding this demanding role arose, during a rapid-fire segment of the interview. Judging from the legend’s response, it appears that encapsulating the job in a single word is quite a formidable task. The interview showcased the legend’s candid opinions. He also shared his thoughts on who qualifies as the NBA’s greatest of all time.

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Charles Barkley chose former friend over LeBron James

The fractured friendship between Sir Charles and Michael Jordan remains a familiar topic among fans. Even years after their ugly fallout, Barkley’s perspective on the Chicago Bulls legend remains steadfast.

In the discussion of who ranks as the best in the NBA, Sir Charles continues to place MJ at the top. While he has consistently lauded Kobe Bryant and LeBron James, his appreciation for his former friend remains unwavering. He shared, “Michael. I love LeBron and Kobe. But I played against Michael. So I’m biased.”

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What are your thoughts on this? Do you agree that officiating is the toughest job? Let us know in the comments below.

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Pritha is an NBA content writer at EssentiallySports. She had heads turning on Day 1 when she claimed that her loyalties lay with Damian Lillard and the Portland Trail Blazers. That might change now with Milwaukee becoming the new home for the 7x All-Star.

“This Is What I Hate”: Asked for 1-Word Answer, Charles Barkley Delivers Short Monologue on Crucial Pillar of NBA

Charles Barkley describes the job of officiating

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Charles Barkley chose former friend over LeBron James